GP Access in Queenstown: What You Need to Know
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GP access is tight across Aotearoa, but here in Queenstown we’re fortunate to have strong GP availability, and we’re accepting new enrolments.
Across recent years, many communities in Aotearoa have faced real challenges enrolling with a GP. Workforce shortages, population growth, and increasing demand have meant some practices have had to limit or pause new enrolments.
A study from Victoria University of Wellington found that 36% of GPs weren’t taking new enrolments in 2024, with the lower North Island, Northland, and parts of the South Island most affected. One of the study’s authors, Dr Jackie Cumming, noted that workforce shortages were a major reason practices were having to turn people away.
These nationwide pressures have created a strong perception that it’s difficult to enrol with a GP these days, and for many parts of the country, that’s true. But here in the Wakatipu basin, we’re in a fortunate position.
🌄 Our community has something special
At Queenstown Medical Centre, we’re privileged to have 23 doctors working across our three clinics. That’s a strong level of medical expertise for a community of our size, and it means patients will always have someone available to support their healthcare needs.
Our team includes long‑standing local doctors, newer GPs bringing fresh skills, and clinicians with special interests across areas including skin, women’s health, sexual health, sports medicine, and more. With the depth and breadth of our team, patients can receive care that’s well‑matched to their needs, whether they’re after general support or something more specialised.
It also means that even if your usual doctor is booked or working at another location, there is always someone available to support you.
💬 What this means for you
While many regions are struggling with limited GP availability, QMC is not in that position. We continue to welcome new patients and provide a wide range of appointment options across our team.
If you’re looking for a GP, moving to the area, or wanting to enrol your whānau, we’re here, and we’re actively accepting new enrolments.
If you’re already enrolled, looking for a new GP, or wanting to build a relationship with another doctor, our Meet the Team page is a great place to start. It showcases all our doctors, their special interests, and a little about who they are.
Learn more about our enrolment eligibility and find the online enrolment form here.
Why choose to enrol at QMC
- Our large team of doctors and nurse practitioners means high availability at short notice
- Subsidised fees for consultations in pre-booked appointments
- Discounted fees for our After Hours & Urgent Care clinic
- Children under 14 years old are entitled to free consultations
- Shorter than national average wait times in After Hours & Urgent Care
- 3 practice locations across Queenstown
Access to all 3 locations
As an enrolled patient, you can be seen at any of our three clinics located centrally in Queenstown, Jack's Point and Remarkables Park.